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Raytheon, an RTX business, has showcased its cutting-edge Low, slow, small-unmanned aircraft Integrated Defense System (LIDS) during the U.S. Army’s annual summer test period. The event attracted the attention of international allied ground forces, underlining the significance of LIDS as a counter-drone solution.
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The Czech Republic’s Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces has officially launched negotiations with Embraer for the acquisition of the cutting-edge Embraer C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft. This decision comes following a comprehensive market assessment and analysis by the Ministry of Defense, which identified the C-390 as the ideal solution to fulfill the operational requirements of the Czech Army.
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In a significant development for the Philippine Air Force (PAF), the Department of National Defense (DND) of the Philippines has issued a Notice to Proceed for the acquisition of three Lockheed Martin C-130J-30 “Super Hercules” aircraft. These brand-new aircraft are set to bolster the PAF’s tactical and transport capabilities, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s defense strategy.
In a groundbreaking development that promises to reshape pilot training and mitigate the high operational costs associated with fifth-generation fighters, the International Test Pilots School (ITPS) Canada has introduced its cutting-edge 5th Generation Surrogate Training Aircraft (5STA).
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Brazilian Defense Minister Jose Mucio has announced plans to travel to Sweden next month to negotiate a potential sale of Embraer’s C-390 Millennium military cargo aircraft to the Nordic nation. The move comes as Brazil explores the possibility of selling three to four C-390 aircraft to Sweden, while Sweden expresses interest in increasing its sale of Saab Gripen E fighter jets to Brazil.
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